Best Kool FM Podcasts (2025)

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Apt. 5B & The Order of the Lyricist Podcast Hosted by Kil & Ev: The Pivot with Tracey Lee 1:24:01

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For the next collaboration ep of Order of the Lyricist and Apt. 5B we're chopping it up with my Philadelphia LEGEND & the man behind one of the dopest club bangers EVER Tracey Lee! We're talking about what and who made him pick up the pen to become an MC to what were the 3 ingredients that played into him becoming the MC that he is from his upbring…

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Bracing for Recovery & Funding Support for Youth 20:51

6d ago20:51

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Welcome back to another episode recap of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that brings you truly local stories that matter. It’s a short week, and a shorter podcast — but still packed with impact. From local innovation in sports recovery to crucial funding for youth advocacy, here’s what Barrie’s talking about this week: Barrie-Based Traine…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: Saluting The Kool Genius of Rap 2:01:10

9d ago2:01:10

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're saluting one of the dopest MC's EVER Kool G Rap! We're chopping it up about our top 5 songs, slept on songs, what's his dopest album, his dopest guest verses, our fave verses, what MC's has he influenced, what's his legacy, is he a top 5 MC's outta Queens and is he a top 10 GOAT MC EVER?!?!? Just anoth…

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Auto Shifts, Local Gifts, and Music on the Move 26:47

13d ago26:47

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In this week’s episode of What Barrie’s Talking About, we take a closer look at how local leaders and organizations are navigating economic challenges—and finding creative ways to support our community and talent. Here’s what’s on the show this week: Auto Industry Uncertainty and a Regional Response Simcoe County’s auto sector is facing headwinds, …

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Summer’s Here, Davestock, Downtown Policing & Theatre Magic 35:09

20d ago35:09

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We’re kicking off summer with a jam-packed episode of What Barrie’s Talking About—your go-to podcast for local stories that matter. This week, host Dan Blakeley brings you everything from weather predictions and police updates to an epic local music celebration and a theatre festival unlike any other. Here’s what’s on the show this week: Downtown B…

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061825 Donnell Rawlings Phone Interview 8:05

21d ago8:05

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Comedian Donnell Rawlins Called into the station to chop it up with his Favorite Cuzzin Dre about his " Black N Milds" comedy tour. He gives his un biased opinion on the Diddy Trial, his role on 50 Cents' "BMF" show and More. TUNE IN!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What Are Songs You HATE From Artists You Love?!?!? 1:58:21

24d ago1:58:21

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Peep this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B where we're chopping it p about what are songs we hate from artists we love and what songs do we skip on some of our fave albums? Just another DOOOOOOOOOOPE ep y'all and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsf…

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Real Estate Worries and Critical Support for Youth 21:26

27d ago21:26

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About ; the podcast from Barrie 360 that brings you the stories that matter most to your community. In this week’s episode, host Dan Blakeley takes a closer look at Barrie’s housing market and introduces us to a new voice at a local organization doing vital work to support children and youth …

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What Are Songs You've Listened To On Repeat? 2:11:48

1M ago2:11:48

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about songs we've listened to on repeat for hours and why? Because you loved the song so much? To learn the lyrics? To see how the producer made the beat? Because it spoke to you etc? Just another DOOOOOOOOOOOPE ep & don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check us out where…

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Barrie’s New Coach, a Wild Poker Ride, and a Streaming Star from Angus 39:18

1M ago39:18

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that brings you truly local stories that matter. Hosted by Dan Blakeley and powered by Barrie 360, this week’s episode is packed with emotion, insight, and inspiration. Here’s what we’re diving into: The Barrie Colts have a new coach First up, we sit down with Dylan Smosko…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: Hip Hop Fake News 2:10:13

1M ago2:10:13

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Being on social media you see some of the WORST hip hop takes EVER and for some of the young buls following these accounts may actually believe what these buls are saying! So for this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about hip hop fake news! Don't forget to like, subscribe and comment on our channel and check us out wherever you…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: When Did Your Fave MC Have Their Jordan 63 Point Game?!?! 1:50:03

1M ago1:50:03

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On April 20, 1986, Michael Jordan dropped 63 points in Boston Garden and many feel like this was the "coming out" party for Jordan when bus KNEW he was next up. So for this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about when did your top 5 GOAT MC's and 5 of your fave MC's have their Jordan 63 point game?!?! Just another DOOOOOOOOOPE ep…

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Local Heroics, Big Plans, and a Storm We’ll Never Forget 30:24

1M ago30:24

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Welcome back to another episode of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that brings you truly local stories that matter. Hosted by Dan Blakeley and powered by Barrie 360, this week’s episode is packed with emotion, insight, and inspiration. Here’s what we’re diving into: 🌀 39 Years Since the 1985 Barrie Tornado May 31, 1985, marks one of the d…

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Walking the beat with South Simcoe Police Chief, big changes at Innisfil Beach Park, A Sunday Afternoon with Gilda's and more 31:49

2M ago31:49

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about the big changes coming to Innisfil Beach Park, walk t…

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The Baycats are back, whether or not towns should be allowed to incentivize doctors, fighting back against city hall and more … 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk about the start of the Baycats' season, incentives to get n…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: How Do We Keep Hip Hop's Pioneers Names Alive? 2:36:47

2M ago2:36:47

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For this weeks' ep we're looking at how we can help keep our hip hop and R&B pioneer's names alive! We're breaking down why we think the younger generation doesn't respect them and then why they SHOULD respect them! Just another DOOOOOOOOOOPE ep y'all and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your …

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It's Emergency Preparedness Week, some updates on ice storm clean up, community members going on display for 24 hours, and more 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we cover a few upcoming events to raise money for the community, ge…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What Are The Top 12 Dopest Hip Hop Songs From The 90's?!?! 2:32:27

2M ago2:32:27

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about what are the top 12 dopest Hip Hop & R&B songs from the 90's? Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsforfood.comBy Kil

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What Are Your Hip Hop Cornerstones? 2:16:24

2M ago2:16:24

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about cultural cornerstones which is my definitions of albums that are SO big that calling them a classic is a disservice! Just another DOOOOOOOOOPE ep ya'll and don't forget to to subscribe to our Youtube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www…

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Fundraisers in Barrie, the Colts playoffs, Local country artist Parker Graye and remembering a tragedy... 50:01

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we dive into a few fundraisers happening around town, the Barrie Co…

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Honey Bxby Interview 10:12

2M ago10:12

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R&B's own Honey Bxby stopped by the station to chop it up with her favorite Cuzzin Dre. Peep the full interview now!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Meeting some more local candidates for the federal election, the Barrie Colts are moving on, a new book club at the library, and more 48:56

3M ago48:56

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we meet more candidates for the upcoming federal election, take a l…

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Too Short, Symba, & StunnaMan02 Interview & Freestyle 44:41

3M ago44:41

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Too Short, Symba, & StunnaMan02 pulled up to talk about their new movie Freaky Tales. Symba & Stunnaman kicked off a dope Freestyle while Too Short previewed a new song off his new album "SIR Too Short Volume 1Freaky Tales"By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: So Tonight We're Gonna Party Like It's 1999! 2:31:31

3M ago2:31:31

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For this ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're saluting the year of 1999! We're looking at the 5 dopest albums, slept on albums, disappointing albums, how was the dopest MC, slept on MC, dopest producer and slept on producer from '99! We're also chopping it up about was '99 the beginning of the end with the Wu solo albums and what if Nas' OG I Am drops...…

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Meeting the local candidates for the federal election, Barrie Colts game three struggles and more... 30:55

3M ago30:55

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we meet more candidates for the upcoming federal election, break do…

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A new initiative to help local businesses, talking election, and the Colts are primed for round 2 26:03

3M ago26:03

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we about the federal election, supporting local businesses, and mor…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: Put Some RESPECT On Their Names! 2:23:03

3M ago2:23:03

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Was Phife a "hype man?!?!?" Why do y'all act like Big Boi wasn't nice?!?!?! The Roots were basically Black Thought's solo work...like Malik B NEVER existed?!?!? For this ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about MC's that we see CONSTANTLY disrespected on social media and people need to start putting some respect on their names! @Kil889 w…

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Bad weather, big messes, the worst roads and more 25:58

3M ago25:58

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk storm clean up, the worst roads and more... What Barrie's T…

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The Neighbourhood: Ice Storm Updates with Mayor Alex Nuttall 11:01

3M ago11:01

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360. On this week's bonus episode, Dan was joined by Bairre's Mayor Ale Nuttall to talk about the ice storm, what to do next. Given the ice storm of the past weekend Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall stopped by to talk about the impact the storm has had, the city's response, and what to …

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What IS A One Hit Wonder?!?!? 2:05:44

3M ago2:05:44

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For this ep of my podcast Apr. 5B where looking at what is a one hit wonder? We're also looking at 5 MC's/groups who some people look at as a one hit wonder but we don't think they are and then we look at 5 MC's/groups that WERE one hit wonders! Just another DOOOOOOOOOOPE ep y'all and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube page and don't forget t…

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Red light cameras are coming to town, the Colts playoff dreams, Autism Awareness Day and more... 57:22

3M ago57:22

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk red light cameras, Barrie Colts playoff aspirations, Mullet…

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C5 Interview & Freestyle 26:30

4M ago26:30

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Oakland's Own, Rapper, C5 jumped on the podcast to talk about his new album "God Been Good to Me" as well as what his current relation with God is like. C5 get's emotional talking about his breakup from his child's mother as well as his addiction to porn. You know he couldn't leave with out dropping off a freestyle as well! TUNE IN!…

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Spring has sprung, police want access to city cameras, doing chores for a good cause, and more 47:28

4M ago47:28

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk Chores for Charity, Police access to city cameras, what's i…

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Barrie Colts in good shape as playoffs draw near; YMCA helps kids help their community; ever seen a bowler in pyjamas? 27:10

4M ago27:10

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk The Barrie Colts, pyjama bowling, helping kids help their c…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: What 5 Verses Deserve To Be In the Smithsonian?!?! 2:37:01

4M ago2:37:01

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For this ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about what 5 verses deserve to be in the Smithsonian and why? Just another DOOOOOOOOOOPE ep y'all and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsforfood.com…

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Mr. Got Damn It Interview 16:36

4M ago16:36

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Mr. Got Damn It has been hanging out in the Bay Area for Months now, showing and getting a lot of love. Cuzzin Dre sat down with him to discuss his love for muscle cars and motorcycles and why he just can't leave Oakland! Check it out!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Barrie's Mayor stops by for an update, Mortgage renewal stresses, the Polar Plunge in support of RVH, and more... 58:07

4M ago58:07

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk Tariffs, mortgage renewals, Barrie Colts, and more... What …

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Good deeds don't go unnoticed, looking for a win, poetry and more 16:47

4M ago16:47

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we talk good deeds for charity, Colts update, and poetry ... What B…

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Frisco Philly B Interview 29:15

4M ago29:15

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Up n coming content creator and comedian Frisco Philly B & Cuzzin Dre chop it up about pissing rappers off with his comedy skits, how he first got started, new music, and movies. Definitly an interview you want to check out!By KMEL-FM (KMEL-FM)

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Election Talks with the Liberal, NDP and Green Candidates, Mullets, Glam It Up and More 48:33

5M ago48:33

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take another look at some candidates for the upcoming elections,…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: There's A Sign On the Door No Biting Allowed! 2:40:09

5M ago2:40:09

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For this ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about the cardinal hip hop sin...biting! We're talking about the 1st time we heard about biting, why it was a sin back in the 80's and 90's but no so much anymore, the top 5 worse biting incidents and we look at a couple of examples of the difference between biting vs. influence! Just another D…

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Doug Downey makes his case for re-election, a local restaurateur has ties to the Royal Family, a gold medal goalie stops by, and more 41:33

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take another look at some candidates for the upcoming provincial…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: When's The Last Time You Heard Something SO Dope...You Had to Call Someone?!?! 3:08:40

5M ago3:08:40

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about when were the last 5 times you heard a song that was SOOOOOOOO dope that you had to call and tell someone about it? Don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsforfood.com…

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Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie stops by, summer youth hockey, trash talking and the Barrie Colts 1:03:18

5M ago1:03:18

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, we take an initial look at the upcoming provincial election, talk t…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: The Hip Hop Bible Part 5 2000-2012 1:46:28

5M ago1:46:28

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about if we needed 66 songs/albums ro create the "hip hop bible" what would they be? For the 5th ep in this series we're looking at what 9 albums would make the cut between the years of 2000-2012! Just another DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOPE ep ya'll and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube chan…

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Barrie's snow removal plans, the Colts, and an infrastructure update 38:03

5M ago38:03

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, The logistics behind the snow removal in Barrie, the Colts are on t…

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: Hip Hop's Dopest Choruses 1:50:25

5M ago1:50:25

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For this week's episode of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about some of hip hop's dopest choruses and what exactly makes a chorus dope! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsforfood.comBy Kil

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Apt. 5B Podcast Hosted by Kil: Top 5 Rhymes That Made You Rewind 2:14:23

5M ago2:14:23

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For this week's ep of my podcast Apt. 5B we're chopping it up about what are 5 rhymes that you heard that made you press rewind like what did they just say?!?!? Just another DOOOOOOOOOOOOPE ep y'all and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check us out wherever you listen to your fave podcasts at! @Kil889 www.willmakebeatsforfood.co…

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Accessible health care, talking finances with TD, Pickleball and the Barrie Colts... 27:55

6M ago27:55

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing! This week on the podcast, Orillia's plan to get everyone a primary healthcare provider, where…

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The Neighbourhood: Climatologist David Phillips Explains The Polar Vortex 🥶 15:37

6M ago15:37

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Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360. On this week's bonus episode, Dan was joined by retired Senior Climatologist for Environment Canada David Phillips to talk about the polar vortex. What is it, and how does it affect us? In this special edition of What Barrie's Talking About, we sit down with David Phillips, …